Cytokine

Synonyms of cytokine

• lymphokine
• interleukin
• chemokine

Collocations of cytokine

inflammatory cytokine

Frequency: 80 %

The inflammatory cytokine levels were elevated in patients with the disease.

pro-inflammatory cytokine

Frequency: 75 %

The pro-inflammatory cytokine release contributed to the progression of the disease.

immune response

Frequency: 70 %

Cytokines play a crucial role in regulating the immune response.

cytokine production

Frequency: 65 %

The researchers studied the mechanisms of cytokine production in immune cells.

cytokine storm

Frequency: 60 %

The patient experienced a severe cytokine storm following the treatment.

Idiomatic Expressions for cytokine

• Phrase: Cytokine release syndrome
  Meaning: A condition characterized by the overproduction of cytokines in response to certain treatments, such as immunotherapy, leading to flu-like symptoms and potentially severe complications.
  Usage: The patient experienced cytokine release syndrome after receiving the new cancer treatment.